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What kind of fluid goes in a 2007 Chevy transfer case?

What kind of fluid goes in a 2007 Chevy transfer case?

Valvoline Synthetic Transmission Fluid Dexron VI 1 Quart.

How do you change oil in a Chevy Silverado?

Insert a small hose that’s connected to a funnel into the fill plug. Then pour oil into the transfer case and stop once the oil overflows. Reinsert the 18 mm fill plug and tighten it to a snug fit. Lastly, wipe down the bolts to keep the transfer case clean and then lower the truck. Figure 5. Pour oil into transfer case using a funnel and hose.

How do you change the transfer case on a Chevy Silverado?

Run the fill pump tube into the fill hole. Figure 8. Fluid pump tube inserted in the fill hole. Pump slowly until fluid starts to come out of the fill hole. It should take right around 1.5-2 quarts to fill it back up. Once fluid starts coming out, give it one more slow pump.

Where can I get transfer case fluids for my Chevy Silverado?

There’s a couple different recommended transfer case fluids depending on your transmission and transfer case combo. To determine what kind and how much you need, you can either refer to your owner’s manual, call your local dealership, or visit your local auto parts store as they can normally look it up as well.

How often should I change my transfer case oil?

As with the transmission and front & rear differentials, transfer case oil should be changed every 45,000 or 50,000 so miles. Follow the few simple steps below to keep your transfer case healthy and prevent the entire drivetrain from wearing or even failing completely.

Insert a small hose that’s connected to a funnel into the fill plug. Then pour oil into the transfer case and stop once the oil overflows. Reinsert the 18 mm fill plug and tighten it to a snug fit. Lastly, wipe down the bolts to keep the transfer case clean and then lower the truck. Figure 5. Pour oil into transfer case using a funnel and hose.

Do you need to change the transfer case in a Chevy Silverado?

As in any truck with constantly grinding, high-friction components, the transfer case should also be maintained to run smoothly. So if you haven’t already, change the transfer case oil in your Silverado before it’s long overdue. This article applies to the 4WD Chevrolet Silverado GMT800 (1999-2006).

How to change fluid in your transfer case?

Changing the fluid in your transfer case is extremely easy. It’s easier than changing your oil! Follow these simple steps to change your fluid: 1. Put the truck on ramps: You do not have to do this–you can probably get under the truck without this, but it makes moving around underneath a lot easier, especially if you are a bigger guy, like me.

As with the transmission and front & rear differentials, transfer case oil should be changed every 45,000 or 50,000 so miles. Follow the few simple steps below to keep your transfer case healthy and prevent the entire drivetrain from wearing or even failing completely.

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Ruth Doyle